I went to the private view of this 10th anniversary exhibition, and found a fascinating collection of modern, contemporary and avante guard lace, so something for everyone, ranging from large-scale torchon in a variety of colours and textures used for scarfs and handbags to thread art, some, notably needle, as fine and full of techniques as anything to large banners, to traditional-looking rectangles of fabric in varying shades of white/grey. There was a folder with the inspirations and design processes set out, but I'm afraid I spent most of my time there looking and talking, and didn't even get on to see the display of de Morgan's own work (he was a member of the arts and crafts movement, best known for his tiles).
Those who went to last year's Lace Guild convention will have seen some of the 98 Group's work, and there is more on their website, www.98lacegroup.org.uk though details of the exhibition are best found on http://www.demorgan.org.uk/. It runs until May 31, and is well worth at least one visit by anyone in London or the vicinity. More lace to look at on the new site of one member of the group, Jan Tregidgo, www.tregidgo.com/jan, where I found the range of her pupils' work as interesting as pieces in her own style - and not just because of the one shown under West Dean in the gallery! (for those who know me and my tastes). [EMAIL PROTECTED], in London on a white Easter, prepariong for this year's Lace Guild Convention in Sheffield. __________________________________________________________ Sent from Yahoo! Mail. More Ways to Keep in Touch. http://uk.docs.yahoo.com/nowyoucan.html - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
